GIS Auditor/Field Specialist

Thayer Infrastructure Services (TIS) and its affiliated companies•Indianapolis, IN

67d•Onsite

About The Position

The Auditor / Field Specialist is responsible for the collection, mapping, maintenance, and quality control of geospatial data related to utility poles, underground fiber optic, conduit, and telecommunications infrastructure. Working directly in the field alongside construction and engineering crews, this role ensures that all assets are accurately documented in the company's GIS system in compliance with client standards and project specifications.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED required.
Minimum 1–3 years of GIS field experience in a telecom, utilities, or infrastructure setting preferred.
Experience with ArcGIS, ArcGIS Field Maps, QGIS, or equivalent GIS platform required.
Experience reading and interpreting fiber design drawings, utility as-builts, or construction plans.
Prior experience with GPS data collection devices (e.g., Trimble, Juniper) is a strong plus.
Underground utility locating experience preferred.
Proficiency in ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Online / Field Maps, or QGIS.
Ability to operate GPS/GNSS field collection equipment and transfer data to GIS platforms.
Familiarity with fiber management systems and telecom network inventory tools.
Basic proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook).
Knowledge of coordinate systems, spatial data formats (shapefile, GeoJSON, KMZ), and data projections.
Familiarity with AutoCAD for interpreting engineering drawings is a plus.
Valid driver's license with a clean driving record required.
OSHA 10 certification required (or ability to obtain within 30 days of hire).
Walk long distances across active construction sites, unpaved terrain, and rural service areas in all weather conditions.
Stand, bend, kneel, and crouch for extended periods during field data collection activities.
Lift and carry equipment weighing up to 50 pounds.
Work in confined or restricted spaces when accessing manholes, vaults, or trenches.
Operate a company vehicle safely on public roads and job sites.

Nice To Haves

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in GIS, Geomatics, Geography, Civil Engineering, Telecommunications, or a related field preferred.
First Aid / CPR certification preferred.
Flagger / Work Zone Safety certification preferred (state-specific requirements apply per project location).

Responsibilities

Collect GPS/GIS field data for utility poles, underground fiber optic cables, conduits, manholes, handholes, splice enclosures, and related telecom assets.
Record and upload as-built documentation, photos, and locating data to the GIS system in real time or at end of shift.
Interpret construction drawings, design plans, and as-built sketches to verify field placement of infrastructure.
Perform utility locates and assist in marking underground assets for One-Call compliance.
Walk job sites to verify asset placement against design documentation, flagging discrepancies for field engineers.
Update and maintain GIS databases for underground fiber and telecom networks using ArcGIS or QGIS.
Digitize fiber routes, duct runs, manhole/handhole locations, splice points, distribution cabinets, and access panels.
Maintain accurate attribute data including cable type, fiber count, conduit size, asset IDs, and installation dates.
Generate maps, KMZ/KML files, and field reports for planning, engineering, and operations teams.
Perform QA/QC on all collected field data prior to submission; reconcile discrepancies between field and design documentation.
Coordinate directly with construction crews, field engineers, and project managers to validate data accuracy.
Communicate field conditions, mapping status, and data issues clearly and promptly to supervisory staff.
Liaise with client representatives and utility owners as needed to support right-of-way and locating activities.
Attend project site meetings and provide GIS progress updates as requested.
Follow all company safety policies, OSHA regulations, and site-specific safety requirements at all times.
Wear appropriate PPE including high-visibility vest, hard hat, safety boots, and other required gear.
Complete and submit Job Safety Analyses (JSAs) prior to beginning daily field activities.
Comply with Dig Safe / 811 one-call requirements and utility locating regulations in applicable states.
Report all incidents, near-misses, and unsafe conditions immediately to the supervisor.